WBRZ-TV
Paul Thistlethwaite is an experienced graphics designer and operator currently working at WBRZ-TV since February 2004, where responsibilities include designing and building graphics for newscasts and special projects. Prior to this role, Paul Thistlethwaite worked at Local15 | WPMI-TV from May 1998 to February 2004 as a graphic artist, video editor, and master control operator, contributing to newscast graphics, video editing, and programming management. Paul Thistlethwaite's career began at Calagaz Printing as a customer service representative from June 1997 to November 1998. Paul Thistlethwaite holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication from the University of South Alabama, earned between 1993 and 1997.
WBRZ-TV
As Louisiana’s best news station, we are committed to bringing viewers fair, balanced and accurate stories. We are a family and community oriented company that strives to bring people together. The Station was founded by Douglas L. Manship in April of 1955 and is still owned by the Manship family today. WBRZ has been an ABC affiliate since 1977 and airs shows such as Wheel of Fortune, Scandal, Dancing with the Stars and Jimmy Kimmel Live. WBRZ’S award winning news offers exclusive investigations, weather and is the home of LSU sports. As the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters’ Community Station of the Year, we also put on several community service projects every year such as Pats Coats for Kids, Fill a Prescription and Stuff the Bus. WBRZ works hard to not only be the best station for its viewers but also to be the best company for its employees.